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Minneapolis / St. Paul Interviews — Page 13
The latest interviews about live + streaming theatre in Minneapolis / St. Paul.
Latest Interviews
Playwright Susan Soon He Stanton Commemorating Her BIRTHDAY & Episodic Works
Minnesota’s Theater Mu's first mainstage production since the pandemic lockdown - playwright Susan Soon He Stanton's TODAY IS MY BIRTHDAY - will be live broadcasted February 5 through February 14, 2021, with video-on-demand available February 15 through February 21, 2021.
VIDEO: Christopher Sieber Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
Tune in right here as he chats with one of Broadway's most beloved actors, Christopher Sieber, who will perform a very special concert tonight, November 5 (7pm), as a part of the Radio Free Birdland series.
VIDEO: Beth Malone Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
Tune in right here today, October 29 (3pm ET), as he chats with one of Broadway favorite Beth Malone.
VIDEO: Rafael Casal & Adrienne Warren Visit Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
Tune in right here today, October 28 (12pm ET), as he chats with Rafael Casal and Adrienne Warren, who star in one-night-only virtual Halloween benefit concert presentation of The Nightmare Before Christmas, benefitting the Actors Fund and the Lymphoma Research Foundation.
VIDEO: LaChanze Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
Tune in right here today, October 21 (12pm ET), as he chats with one of Broadway's favorite leading ladies, LaChanze.
VIDEO: Company of STICKS & STONES Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
Tune in right here as he chats with composer John McDaniel, Javier Muñoz, George Salazar, and Joshua Colley from Stick and Stones, which premieres today, October 16, 2020, as part of National Bullying Prevention Month.
VIDEO: Jennifer Holliday Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
Tune in right here today, October 16 (12pm ET), as he chats with Broadway's original Dreamgirl, Jennifer Holliday, who celebrates her 60th birthday in concert on Monday, October 19 (8pm)!
VIDEO: Keala Settle Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
Tune in right here today, October 15 (4:30pm ET), as he chats with Broadway beltress Keala Settle.
VIDEO: Jenn Colella & Chilina Kennedy Visit Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
Tune in right here today, October 14 (5pm ET), as he chats with Broadway couple Jenn Colella and Chilina Kennedy about Divas For Democracy: United We Slay, which streams this Sunday, October 18 (8pm).
VIDEO: Heidi Schreck & Oliver Butler Visit Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
Tune in right here today, October 14 (3:30pm ET), as Richard chats with Heidi Schreck and Oliver Butler, whose What the Constitution Means to Me premieres Friday on Prime Video!
VIDEO: Kate Rockwell Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
Tune in right here today, October 14 (12pm ET), as Richard chats with the wonderful Kate Rockwell.
VIDEO: Tiler Peck Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
Tune in right here today, October 13 (3:30pm ET), as Richard chats with New York City Ballet Principal Dancer, Tiler Peck, curates and stars in A New Stage.
VIDEO: Beth Leavel Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
Tune in right here today, October 8 (12pm ET), as he chats with Tony winner Beth Leavel who will headline concerts with Seth Rudetsky on October 11 (8pm) and 12 (3pm).
VIDEO: Boy•Friends' Noam Ash, Mike Heslin and Jay Armstrong Johnson Visit Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
Tune in right here today, October 7 (12pm ET), as Richard Ridge chats with Noam Ash, Mike Heslin and Jay Armstrong Johnson from the new web series, BoyFriends.
VIDEO: Orfeh & Andy Karl Visit Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
Tune in right here today, October 1 (12pm ET), as he chats with Broadway's favorite couple, Orfeh and Andy Karl, who will headline concerts with Seth Rudetsky on October 4 (8pm) and 5 (3pm).
Andrew Malone of THE COLOR PURPLE at Ordway Center For Performing Arts
While COVID-19 is keeping us from catching this award-winning musical at the Ordway this spring, read about 'Mister' Andrew Malone and listen to THE COLOR PURPLE soundtrack so you'll be ready for the rescheduled show in the future.
Kelli Foster Warder of ORDWAY CABARET: GOTTA DANCE! at Ordway Center For Performing Arts
You don't really have 'triple threats' without all three aspects, though often the dance part is not highlighted in the way acting and singing are.
Gamze Ceylan of NOURA at Guthrie Theater
NOURA star Gamze Ceylan took time from the Guthrie's latest main stage production to answer 6 Questions & 6 Quick Hits.
Phyre Hawkins of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Ordway Center For Performing Arts
Phyre Hawkins answers 6 questions and 6 quick hits before taking the Ordway stage as a Storyteller in this area premiere show.
James Delisco Beeks of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Hennepin Theatre Trust
James Delisco Beeks plays Judas in the national tour production celebrating 50 years of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR.
Joe Joseph of THE BAND'S VISIT at Hennepin Theatre Trust
Six questions and a plug, after the fact: Joe Joseph of THE BAND'S VISIT responded to some questions just before leaving town but it warrants sharing now to get the word out further about this quiet, unique Broadway tour.
RITA MORENO at Ordway Center For Performing Arts
Rita Moreno's long, legendary career continues with more work than she had as a young Oscar winner, and she's grateful for every bit of her seven plus decade career.
Joy Dolo of SNOW WHITE at Children's Theatre Company
Joy Dolo shares some insights into this unique telling of the well-known fable of Snow White in this 6 Questions & a Plug.
Remy Auberjonois of THE GLASS MENAGERIE at Guthrie Theater
Memories are explored in THE GLASS MENAGERIE and this interview with actor Remy Auberjonois, starring in the Guthrie's production through Oct.
Britta Ollmann and Michelle de Joya of CHICAGO at Theater Latte Da
Latte Da's CHICAGO spotlights two leading ladies battling for the ultimate in fame, so what's more appropriate than giving a double-dose of 6 Questions & a Plug? Buckle up and follow along as these two actors share the spotlight.
Deshawn Bowens of MEAN GIRLS at Orpheum Theatre
On Mean Girls Day in 2016 - October 3 for those familiar with the movie - it was announced that the cult classic movie, by comedic genius Tina Fey, would be made into a musical.
Sarah Rasmussen of RIDE THE CYCLONE at Jungle Theater
Director Sarah Rasmussen marks the beginning of her fifth season at the Jungle Theater with a new work that challenges this small theater technically and is her 'teenage dream.
Jessica Fredrickson of MAMMA MIA! at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
Jessica Fredrickson plays Sophie in the long-running MAMMA MIA! as the Chan extends the run through Feb.
Johanna Day of FLOYD'S at Guthrie Theater
Day is a busy actor who's in and out of town on her days off from FLOYD'S so this time we get six questions and no plug but I recommend checking this quick interview out, and then call the box office and get over to see her on stage at the Guthrie before Aug.
Kelsee Sweigard of RENT at Hennepin Theatre Trust
The RENT 20th Anniversary tour rolls on for a fourth year and another swing through Minneapolis.
Kimberly Immanuel of 42ND STREET at Ordway
A tap dancing revival hits the Ordway stage and lead Kimberly Immanuel provides some insights to this reimagined classic musical that has the box office buzz for a mixture of new and old.
Natalie Powers of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Hennepin Theatre Trust
A musical about a Jewish family going through times of change and division, the lessons could just as easily be said to fit many other current-day situations.
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Hamilton (Angelica Company) Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis (4/20-5/16) |
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Oh, Mary! Ordway Center for the Performing Arts (1/06-1/17) |
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An Evening with David Sedaris State Theatre (10/17-10/17) |
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Rocky Horror Spooktacular Tour State Theatre (10/01-10/01) |
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Waitress Ordway Center for the Performing Arts (6/15-6/20) |
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Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors Ledge Amphitheater (9/12-9/12) |
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Jewelry Power Elite Dudley Riggs Theatre (7/24-8/01) |
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The Music Man Ordway Center for the Performing Arts (12/08-12/27) |
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Off Book Dudley Riggs Theatre (7/10-7/11) |
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Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center (11/11-11/11) |